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Earth observation science and applications for risk reduction and enhanced re…
This open access book is a consolidation of lessons learnt and experiences gathered from our efforts to utilise Earth observation (EO) science and applications to address environmental challenges in the Hindu Kush Himalayan region. It includes a complete package of knowledge on service life cycles including multi-disciplinary topics and practically tested applications for the HKH. It comprises …
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- 978-3-030-73569-2
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- 910.285 baj
Remote sensing of plant biodiversity
This Open Access volume aims to methodologically improve our understanding of biodiversity by linking disciplines that incorporate remote sensing, and uniting data and perspectives in the fields of biology, landscape ecology, and geography. The book provides a framework for how biodiversity can be detected and evaluated—focusing particularly on plants—using proximal and remotely sensed hype…
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- 9783030331573
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- xxii + 581 p
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- 333.9530285 JEA r
Beyond the limits to growth: new ideas for sustainability from japan
Sustainable Development; Energy Policy, Economics and Management; Energy Efficiency (incl. Buildings); Climate Change Management and Policy; Renewable and Green Energy; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology
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- 9783662549971
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- iv, 131 p. : ill.
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- Science for Sustainable Societies
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Renewing local planning to face climate change in the tropics
This book aims to inspire decision makers and practitioners to change their approach to climate planning in the tropics through the application of modern technologies for characterizing local climate and tracking vulnerability and risk, and using decision-making tools. Drawing on 16 case studies conducted mainly in the Caribbean, Central America, Western and Eastern Africa, and South East Asia …
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- 9783319590967
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- xvi, 372p. : ill.
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- 577.22 REN r
Satellite Earth observations and their impact on society and policy
The result of a workshop bringing together an international advisory board of experts in science, satellite technologies, industry innovations, and public policy, this book addresses the current and future roles of satellite Earth observations in solving large-scale environmental problems. The book showcases the results of engaging distinct communities to enhance our ability to identify emergin…
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- 9789811037139
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- xxv, 221p. : ill.
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- 550.285 SAT s
Cosmic ray neutron sensing : estimation of agricultural crop biomass water eq…
This open access book provides methods for the estimation of Biomass Water Equivalent (BEW), an essential step for improving the accuracy of area-wide soil moisture by cosmic-ray neutron sensors (CRNS). Three techniques are explained in detail: (i) traditional in-situ destructive sampling, (ii) satellite based remote sensing of plant surfaces, and (iii) biomass estimation via the use of the C…
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- 9783319695396
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- x, 33p. : ill.
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- 631.432 WAH c
Earth observation open science and innovation
Over the past decades, rapid developments in digital and sensing technologies, such as the Cloud, Web and Internet of Things, have dramatically changed the way we live and work. The digital transformation is revolutionizing our ability to monitor our planet and transforming the way we access, process and exploit Earth Observation data from satellites. This book reviews these megatrends…
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- 9783319656335
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- ix, 330p. : ill.
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- 550.285 EAR e
Sensor technologies : healthcare, wellness, and environmental applications
Sensor Technologies: Healthcare, Wellness and Environmental Applications explores the key aspects of sensor technologies, covering wired, wireless, and discrete sensors for the specific application domains of healthcare, wellness and environmental sensing. It discusses the social, regulatory, and design considerations specific to these domains. The book provides an application-based approac…
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- 9781430260141
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- xxv, 336p. : ill.
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- 681.2 MCG s
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